PHYSICAL FITNESS SPECIALIST

About the opportunity

The Commander, Navy Installations Command is accepting applications for a Physical Fitness Specialist within the Physical Fitness Section (N921B) at NSA Washington in Washington Navy Yard, DC. The specialist is responsible for designing tailored training sessions based on fitness test results, client goals, and program trends, as well as creating and instructing diverse group exercise classes such as strength, step, spin, and yoga with modifications for various fitness levels and past injuries. Additional responsibilities include providing new staff orientation, training, and task distribution, advising on work methods and customer service, and maintaining facility standards.

Salary and benefits

• Annual salary range of $70,623 to $91,815 (GS pay plan)
• Access to Department of the Navy civilian employee benefits
• Recruitment, relocation, or student loan repayment incentives may be authorized for eligible selectees

Who can apply?

• Must meet basic GS-0101 social science education requirements: a behavioral/social science degree, a combination of education and experience equivalent to a major, or 4 years of appropriate experience
• Alternatively qualify via education with a master's degree, 2 full years of graduate education, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level in the federal, public, or private sector involving fitness instruction, staff orientation, task distribution, and customer service advice
• Current certification from a National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) accredited health and fitness organization
• Applicants applying for promotion must meet time-in-grade requirements (at least one year at the next lower GS grade supported by SF-50 documentation)

Required documents

• Complete resume (maximum 2 pages) showing employer names, dates, hours per week, pay plan, series, and grade level
• Current NCCA-accredited health and fitness certification copy
• Official or unofficial college transcripts if qualifying based on education
• SF-50 form(s) demonstrating time-in-grade for federal promotion or status applicants
• DD-214 (member copy 4) or VA disability letter if claiming veterans' preference
• Signed statement of service on command letterhead for active duty service members
• Agency notice, recent performance appraisal, and SF-50 for ICTAP candidates

When to apply

• Job posted date: August 27, 2026
• Application deadline: September 2, 2026, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
• USA Hire assessments (if required) must be completed within 48 hours following notification or announcement closing

How to apply

• Click the Apply Online button on the USAJOBS job announcement
• Answer all online questionnaire items and attach required supporting documents
• Submit the completed application package prior to 11:59 PM ET on September 2, 2026
• If notified, access and complete the online USA Hire Competency Based Assessments via the unique link provided using your USAJOBS credentials

Additional information

• Selection involves technical assessments including USA Hire assessments and a structured interview
• Covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program (PPP)
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) relocation costs are not authorized, though a relocation incentive may be considered
• Reasonable accommodation requests for online assessments must be submitted prior to starting USA Hire assessments